Proud Father

I have to puff my chest out a little bit here. My son is receiving the Superintendent's Star Award for outstanding citizenship at his school. One student is selected in the entire school. He doesn't know yet, but we will be going to receive the award in a few weeks at a board meeting.

A kid at school that was consistently mean to him last year (like pulling him into ant piles) is a special needs kid. This year, they are in the same class again. His teacher asked for a volunteer to help this kid out - he isn't abnormal, just has some deficiencies. B quickly raised his hand and sat next to the kid.

The teacher told me this and I looked at B and asked why he offered. His response was "well, even though he is mean to me, I can be nice to him."

Congrats Skip and kudos to your son. You have every right to puff your chest.

My youngest (son) graduated from Ohio State last May. I swear, it was almost like a religious experience for me I was so proud. He is ADHD and it was a long road for him, but he stuck with it and even worked full time and paid his own way.

With us both being widowers, moments like these are extra special. I know how you feel about wishing mom was there to share the moment. It doesn't seem fair they don't get to reap the rewards like we get to.

Not trying to steal your thread, I can just relate. You have many more proud moments ahead. Be proud, very proud, of him and yourself.

His response was "well, even though he is mean to me, I can be nice to him."

Brought tears to my eyes. This is evidence of the overabundant love that is inside your son, waiting to be shared with others. I truly believe God keeps those in Heaven "informed" of our life here (Biblical evidence for it); I say this because I have NO DOUBT Stephanie is aware of how well you are doing with your children, and as proud as you are of your son, she likewise is proud of the father you are to them. Well done, my friend, well done!